Should You Bathe Your Cat If It Doesn't Go Outside: What the Owner Needs to Know

24.11.2023 12:27

Bathing cats is stressful for animals and their owners. Rare pets love water and tolerate water procedures without scandals.

But is it worth bathing a domestic cat that does not go outside? There are several important points.

Experts have shared what you need to think about before bathing your domestic cat.

Many experts advise bathing cats that do not leave their apartments and houses and at the same time take care of themselves only in case of severe contamination.

And if your pet takes care of itself, then you can limit yourself to combing.

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When to bathe a cat

Animals are usually bathed:

  • before the shows at the exhibition;
  • if they get dirty;
  • as directed by a veterinarian if the animal is not grooming itself due to stress or illness.

When you can't bathe

Do not bathe animals if they are sick or have undergone surgery.

You should wait if your pet's emotional state is unstable.

It is also not recommended to bathe kittens under three months of age.

Bathing after eating will also not be beneficial, as the animal may vomit.

Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor

Content
  1. When to bathe a cat
  2. When you can't bathe